Senior Mechanical Designer

Motorsport Network; Towcester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in motorsport is seeking a Senior Mechanical Designer to be part of their expanding Formula 1 team. The role involves overseeing the design and integration of key mechanical systems, leading projects, and mentoring junior team members in a high-performance environment. Candidates should possess significant F1 experience and a degree in Mechanical Engineering, alongside strong leadership and communication skills. This position offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of motorsport technology and innovation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of F1 car experience.
• Proven expertise in suspension, brakes, or cooling systems.
• Extensive proficiency with high-end CAD systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and integration of mechanical systems in F1 chassis.
• Mentor junior designers and enforce best practices.
• Collaborate cross-functionally and ensure manufacturability.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Team collaboration

Communication

Innovation

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CATIA V5/3DX

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Cadillac Formula 1 is excited to be on the grid for the 2026 FIA Formula One World Championship. Our new team is gearing up for rapid growth. To achieve our goals, we need to create and sustain a high-performance culture in every area. We have ambitious plans to build an outstanding operation that can compete at the highest level.

From exceptional Engineering and Design talent to a world-class race team, supported by specialists in off-track roles - we are assembling the expertise needed to drive this operation forward and compete at the highest level.

Being a part of this team, will accelerate your career. Take a closer look at the role:

As a Senior Mechanical Designer, you will be responsible for the complete design and integration of critical mechanical systems within a high-performance F1 chassis environment.

This includes ownership of complex sub-systems such as suspension, braking, driver controls, cooling and fuel - from initial concept and 3D CAD development through to detailed design, structural sign off and release for manufacture. Operating at a senior level, you will apply deep technical knowledge to ensure designs meet strict performance, stiffness, weight, and reliability targets under severe load constraints.

You will lead technical reviews, interface across departments and drive the resolution of design-related issues from rig testing to on-track deployment. In parallel, you’ll mentor junior designers, enforce best-practice methodologies, and support the evolution of internal design processes to maintain the highest engineering standards in a fast-paced development environment.

What you will be doing:

• Lead the development of CAD schemes, layouts, and detail drawings for mechanical components, with a focus on right-first-time design.
• Design systems including but not limited to inboard suspension, composite suspension members, braking systems including brake ducts, dampers, steering components.
• Own full lifecycle responsibility for assigned projects, from initial design through manufacture, test, and performance validation.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior team members to ensure best practices and knowledge sharing.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with other design departments
• Ensure the manufacturability, reliability, and cost-efficiency of all mechanical solutions.
• Support innovation by exploring new technologies, materials, and processes such as additive manufacturing and AI-driven design tools.
• Apply high standards of documentation, quality control, and communication across all deliverables.
• Remain current with developments in motorsport and beyond to drive continuous improvement and competitiveness.

Requirements

• Minimum 4 years of F1 car experience, with clear evidence of senior-level responsibility or current/prior role as a Senior Mechanical Designer.
• A degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (equivalent to 2:1 or above preferred)
• Proven expertise in at least one of the following: suspension, brakes and cooling, steering, or cooling systems.
• Extensive proficiency with high-end CAD systems (CATIA V5/3DX preferred, but not mandatory).
• Excellent knowledge of mechanical manufacturing processes, materials selection, and structural/mechanical analysis.
• Experience leading projects and managing delivery schedules and cross-disciplinary communication.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to innovation and continuous improvement.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools.
• A team player who positively contributes to a collaborative and inclusive culture

Please note that additional security checks may be required as part of the recruitment process. This may include a background check covering a minimum of the past five yearsand a criminal record check.

This job description reflects the major tasks to be carried out by the postholder and identifies the level of responsibility at which the postholder will be required to work. Subject to the discretion of the Company, the postholder will carry out the duties specified above together with such other duties or tasks for the Company as reasonably required.You may also be required to perform additional duties for the Company from time to time commensurate with your skills and experience.

Please be aware that we will be reviewing applicants on a rolling basis and this job posting will close once a suitable candidate is identified. We encourage all interested individuals to submit their application as soon as possible. As an equal opportunities employer, we are committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity or marriage and civil partnership. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply.